You Are Welcome Here.

No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey –
you are welcome here at First Congregational United Church of Christ. 

Who we are

A large group of First Congregational UCC church members at the Pride Parade holding an "Embracing Diversity" banner

Open and Affirming

We welcome persons of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

People holding a "dementia friendly" banner

Accessible to All

We are committed to be physically and attitudinally welcoming of people with disabilities.

Six people holding posters promoting social justice

Committed to Social Justice

We are called to acts of witness, compassion, and empowerment to ensure justice for all.

News and Upcoming Events

basket of pumpkins and other gourds

Fall Festival

Sunday, November 1 | 11 a.m. | Dining Room

Come and celebrate the fall season with First Cong friends and family on Sunday, November 1, after Worship. We’ll start with a warming chili and cornbread lunch (meat, vegetarian/vegan, and gluten-free options), apples galore, and a pie contest, after which we’ll all get to eat!

For the children, there will be face painting and music by David Landau.

Enter the Pie Contest!

Unplugged: Disconnecting From Online Distractions

Sunday, November 15 | 11 a.m. | Chapel

A family-friendly event promoting the well-being of all ages. A buffet lunch will be provided. No charge, but RSVP required.

Parallel Events:

Children will have lunch while enjoying a screening of “Toy Story 5”.

Adults and teens will hear from guest speaker Dr. Roxy Etta during lunch. Dr. Etta is a Child Development and Parenting State Specialist at the UW-Madison Division of Extension. She is a nationally recognized expert in child development and digital media and has spoken at conferences and events worldwide.

Empowering Community

The Stewardship Board has been thoughtful in seeing the needs of the community, the greater community, and the world, and are now calling on the community of First Congregational UCC members and friends to help support the Church in Empowering Community.

Empowering Community involves giving as we share our faith in the ultimate goodness and dignity of all.